Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony A58

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony A58, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and A58 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP2 Merrill was announced 21 months earlier than the A58 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the DP2 Merrill matches up versus the A58 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 Merrill provides physical dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Merrill vs the A58.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and A58 is 83 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Merrill and A58.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony A58 to give you extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2 Merrill is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.